A comparative study of patients' activities and interactions in a stroke unit before and after reconstruction-The significance of the built environment.

ABSTRACT: Early mobilization and rehabilitation, multidisciplinary stroke expertise and comprehensive therapies are fundamental in a stroke unit. To achieve effective and safe stroke care, the physical environment in modern stroke units should facilitate the delivery of evidence-based care. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to explore patients' activities and interactions in a stroke unit before the reconstruction of the physical environment, while in a temporary location and after reconstruction. This case study examined a stroke unit as an integrated whole. The data were collected using a behavioral mapping technique at three different time points: in the original unit, in the temporary unit and in the new unit. A total of 59 patients were included. The analysis included field notes from ob

SUBMITTER: Anaker A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5519004 | biostudies-literature | 2017

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature